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Do You Work with Men?
Yes, I absolutely do.
While a lot of my messaging speaks directly to women (and for good reason), I also work with incredible male leaders - and I welcome it.
Many members of The Teacher Promotion Club are male and in The Confident Career Leader Programme - I have had men enroll too.
In fact, some of the most self-aware, strategic, and values-led clients Iāve supported have been men.
Theyāve shown up with:
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A belief in the power of coaching
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A commitment to bettering themselves
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āI Donāt Have Timeā - Why That Might Be the Very Reason You Need a Coach
Letās be realālife as a teacher is full on. Between the demands of school, family, initiatives, and everything else stacked on your plate, it probably feels like thereās barely enough time to breathe, let alone focus on your career.
So when you hear someone say, āMaybe you should get a coach,ā itās easy to think, āYeah right. When exactly would I fit that in?ā
I get it. Completely.
But hereās the thing no one tells youā¦
You donāt have to take time to develop your career.
But if you do? It wā¦
āDo You Do Job Applications for [X Type of Role]?ā ā Hereās My Honest Answer
This is a question I get asked a lot, so letās clear it up with love and honesty.
Yes, I do support job applicationsā¦ but only for teachers inside The Confident Career Leader Programme.
And Iād love to share why - not to gatekeep, but to genuinely give you the best experience possible.
Job Applications Arenāt Just Paperwork
Most people think itās as simple as handing over a form and getting a quick edit. But thatās not how real support worksĀ - at least, not the kind that actually lands inā¦
Insights into the Necessary Job Seeking Skills - Peter and Gwenda Johnson
This blog post is inspired by my most recent episode of The Growth in Educational Leadership Podcast. I spoke to Peter and Gwenda Johnson - a fantastic duo with tonnes of recruitment and job-seeking advice. Gwenda is a retired Primary School Principal and spent 9 years leading St Josephās - A Special School For Children with Visual Impairment.
Read on to uncover the stand-out points in our discussion.
You can listen to the podcast š here.
The Importance of Tailoring Applications Both Peter and Gweā¦
Brand New Method to Understand The Four Domains to Simplify Your Interview Answers
Lately, Iāve been finding myself discussing the impact that teachers have in their role. Helping them to see things from an external perspective has been a real game changer in helping them articulate their skills and the difference they have made.
This blog explains why you should reflect on your impact as a school leader and gives you common statements I hear. See if you can think about the impact that these teachers may have had as a result!
Self-Awareness
Self-reflecting on the impact that you'ā¦
Don't Skip This Step: 5 Accommodations That Should Be Made in Your Job Application Form
š¤Ŗ Literacy Teachers: You know what it's like to read a bunch of essays.
You need to BRACE YOURSELF for the task.
Some students love to write and write.Ā 10 pages later and you're still reading.
š¤Ø Job applications are like this.
Your job application lands itself into a bundle with others.
Some job applications can be 21 pages long.
So, what accommodations can YOU make to help the reader and STAND OUT?
1. Think about it from their perspective.
Who will be reading this form? What would they be truly ā¦
If I Was Applying for a Principal Role in 2024 This Is What I'd Do
Making the move to senior leadership is a significant life step - to say the least! Developing your career is different from developing your job, however. So, how can you foster your career and apply better for senior leadership roles?Ā
Here's what I'd do if I was applying for a principalship in 2024.Ā
1. I'd review the 16 LAOS competencies and see if I have an example for each competency. Your interview and your job application form will be based on them - so it's a fantastic use of your timeā¦
FAQs About The Four Domains Simplified Course for School Leaders
Are you curious about the Four Domains Simplified Course?
I know that you may have questions that you'd like answered. š¤© So I thought I would address some of the questions that Iāve been getting about it. Here are the top questions I'm being asked.Ā
1. Is āThe Four Domains Simplifiedā better than āHelp Iāve an Interview in a Weekā?
In āHelp Iāve an Interview in a Weekā, I teach Looking at Our Schools through the lens of a variety of interview questions ā each starting with the phrase āHow do ā¦
Tips to Write an Effective Job Application
No matter the position youāre applying for, whether itās for an AP post, deputy principal, teaching position, or any other role, writing an appropriate and compelling job application is essential. A well-crafted application can increase your chances of securing an interview and, ultimately, landing the job. In this blog post, weāll share some valuable tips to help you write an impressive job application.
Personalise your application
Customise your application to suit the specific job youāre applyiā¦
When to Apply for Teaching Jobs
Ever found yourself asking, "When is the best time to apply for teaching jobs?" We've all been there. As educators, we spend so much time focused on our students that we often overlook our own career timelines.
The Perfect Timing
Knowing when to apply can feel like a guessing game. Too early, and you might be forgotten; too late, and the positions might be filled. The key lies in understanding the rhythms of the school year and the hiring cycle.
Understanding the Hiring Cycle
Most schools start theiā¦
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